Fujifilm X-E2 Camera - Silver (16.MP, CMOS II Sensor)

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The only problem with the X-Trans sensor is rendering issues of RAW files when using Camera RAW and Lightroom. I am not sure why Adobe has still not worked this out with Fuji, but the RAW processing engine in Adobe’s products introduces artifacts to images and weird patterns in different color channels. I have recently started using the Photo Ninja software to render RAW images and it is definitely a world better than what Adobe has to offer. The problem with Adobe’s RAW rendering is that once sharpening is applied, excessive outlining on fine patterns starts to occur in images. Take a look at the below comparison of RAW rendering by Adobe ACR and Photo Ninja: Elsewhere, exposure-compensation adjustment has been increased from ±2EV to ±3EV and manual focus has been made more user-friendly thanks to the inclusion of Digital Split Technology, which can be used in partnership with focus peaking. Fujifilm X-E2 review – Build and handling

A detailed list of camera specifications is available at Fujifilm.com. Camera Construction, Handling and Controls Image: In low-light scenes it is possible to shoot up to ISO 6400 without noise becoming a serious issue

I've been using an Xe-2 for a few days, with a 23mm f1.4. Classic controls, logical operation, ingenious design, fine image quality, in a form that reminds me of my old film Leicas. Toy camera / Miniature / Pop color / High-key / Low-key / Dynamic tone / Soft focus / Partial color (Red / Orange / Yellow / Green / Blue / Purple)

And here are some portrait shots. As you can see, neither the Forced Flash setting or the Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash option caused any red-eye.On a positive note, the X-E2 got a lot of customization options compared to the X-E1. First, the Fn2 button that I mentioned above can be programmed to perform many different menu functions. In addition, both the AF and the AE buttons can also be customized, making it a total of 4 configurable buttons (the X-E1 only had two programmable buttons). With its focal-plane shutter, the X-E2 has a very adaptable top shutter-speed limit of 1/4000th second in all shooting modes. Consequently there's no built-in ND filter as on the X100/S, so if you want to use the 35mm lens at F/1.4 in very bright sunlight, for example, then it's a good idea to buy an actual glass ND filter (52mm). I am considering this camera for something that I am doing often, that is self portraits. I am considering the X-T1 because I am attracted by its WiFi remote capability with iPhone and, for the same reason, I am comparing it to the EOS 6D that could otherwise look very different but is also controllable via WiFi.

Fuji has done a great job with the X lens line up, first introducing prime lenses and then following up with some zooms later. This basically showed that Fuji’s target market was professionals and enthusiasts that were looking for a serious mirrorless system. I had a pleasure of shooting with all three initially launched lenses and I have recently shot with every Fuji lens for testing, except for the newly announced 10-24mm f/4 lens. The Fuji 35mm f/1.4 has already been reviewed, with 9 more to go! In addition, I have also been shooting with the new Zeiss Touit lenses. So far, my experience has been very positive on the entire line of Fuji and Zeiss lenses. While reviewing the Fuji X-E2, I mostly relied on the new Fuji 23mm f/1.4 lens, which I also found to be excellent. The autofocus motor is a little loud, but the lens itself is exceptionally good, even in the extreme corners (to be reviewed soon). X-E2 + XF23mmF1.4 R @ 23mm, ISO 200, 1/120, f/5.6 Electronic Viewfinder With its focal-plane shutter, the X-E2S has a very adaptable top shutter-speed limit of 1/4000th second in all shooting modes. Consequently there's no built-in ND filter as on the X100/S, so if you want to use the 35mm lens at F/1.4 in very bright sunlight withj the focal-plane shutter, for example, then it's a good idea to buy an actual glass ND filter (52mm). As I have stated in my Fuji X100S review, Fuji’s new hybrid autofocus system is indeed very fast when compared to older X-series cameras. The X-E2 has the same hybrid autofocus system, which uses the phase detection pixels on the sensor to acquire focus in good light and switches to contrast detection when the light levels drop. When testing the X-E2, I wanted to find out if it has the same issues with phase detection as the X100S did. When it comes to dynamic range, the new X-Trans II CMOS sensor seems to deliver the same great dynamic range in photographs as the X-E1. It is no Nikon D800, but you can still recover plenty of details from the shadow areas without adding too much noise. I have been waiting for test results from DxOMark, but they have not released any information on any of the new Fuji mirrorless cameras with the X-Trans sensor, probably due to RAW file support issues. X-E2 + XF23mmF1.4 R @ 23mm, ISO 200, 1/1000, f/5.6 Eleven months later and the X-Pro 1 arrived with three X-mount prime lenses from which to choose. Since the X-Pro1’s success, Fujifilm’s X-series has matured from strength to strength with a range of new models aimed at targeting all types of consumers needs.Although current Fujifilm X-E2 owners won't have much reason to upgrade to this new model, the X-E2S still remains a compelling interchangeable lens camera, despite the rather short list of improvements. The flash settings on the Fujifilm FinePix X-E2S are Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction Auto, Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash and Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro. These shots of a white coloured wall were taken at a distance of 1.5m. In short, if you are a beginner whois serious about getting into photography, the Fujifilm X-E2S is likely to give you much more in terms of an engaging shooting experience than many other options out there. Likewise, if you're an established photographer looking to either try out the Fujifilm system or add another camera to your arsenal, the X-E2S is hard to ignore - let's investigate why.

The Fujifilm X-E2 is an amazingly well-built X-series camera, with absolutely no flex or movement in its chassis thanks to the die-cast magnesium alloy top and base plates and machined control dials. At the same time, it's actually much lighter than a first glance might suggest, weighing in at 350g body only with the battery and memory card fitted, a full 100g lighter than the X-Pro1. Measuring 129 (W) mm x 74.9(H) mm x 37.2(D) mm, it's very similar in size to the X100/S cameras. The X-E2 utilises a focal-plane shutter rather than the leaf shutter that the X100/S has, much like a regular DSLR camera. This results in slightly noisier operation and a much slower flash-sync speed of 1/180th second (versus the X100's 1/400th second). To make the camera less obtrusive there's a Silent menu option which turns off the speaker, flash, AF-assist lamp and most importantly the artificially-created shutter-release sound, instantly making the X-E2 perfectly suited to candid photography.For those who would like to enhance image colours, there are nine film-simulation modes to experiment with, including Provia, Velvia and Astia. You may also want to try out the mono settings, including the monochrome+R filter that effectively enhances contrast and darkens skies considerably. Fujifilm X-E2 review- Viewfinder, live view, LCD and video A good review, Carey, one of the better I've read on DPReview. I'd like to put some things into a real-world perspective from a long-time Fuji X user: 16 mpixels is still PLENTY. Resolution impacts print size the most, and let's be honest, not many print larger than 13 X 19". I've made superbly detailed 13 x19" prints from a 4 megapixel 1D, so 16 mpixels is plenty for all practical purposes. The "issues" around fine green detail, e.g. foliage have been long-resolved with Iridient and C1. The artifacts you observed are from imperfect raw demosacing algorithms by Adobe, not Fuji. Right tool for the right job, and they are IRD or C1. Glad you found the control system forcing you to slow down & be more thoughtful about your photography to be rewarding. It was same for me when I discovered the Fuji X system, and this slower way of working has rejuvenated my passion for photography. Thank you, Fuji! Another notable difference between the X-E2 and the X-E1 is the size of RAW files. The X-E2 shoots 14-bit RAW files, while the X-E1 shoots 12-bit RAW files (basically means wider color gamut on the X-E2 RAW files). Since both the X-E2 and the X100S have faster processors, Fuji was able to move up to 14-bits, like most high-end cameras. Because of this, the difference in RAW file sizes is pretty noticeable. Fuji engineers knew that larger files would result in slower write speeds and potentially more frustrated experience, so they increased the write speed throughput. When shooting with fast 90 MB/sec cards, the X-E2 clears the buffer 2-3 times faster, which is a huge improvement over the X-E1. Again, not that you would need all that speed when shooting in 3 fps, but still could be useful when there is a need to shoot in bursts. X-E2 + XF55-200mmF3.5-4.8 R LM OIS @ 55mm, ISO 500, 1/100, f/3.5 Image: The 18-55mm kit lens feels good in the hand and delivers impressive levels of sharpness to match its robust build quality There's also an excellent electronic viewfinder, which has 2,360,000 dots and provides the same exact 100% coverage as the rear LCD screen, plus a parallax corrected view, accurate preview of exposure and depth of field, and the ability to see all of the information that you can view on the rear LCD. The Fujifilm X-E2's EVF is one of the best that you'll find on any compact system camera to date, and is so good that we hardly missed the X-Pro1's admittedly superb Hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder. The X-E2 also has a built-in eye sensor so that you only have to hold the camera up to eye-level to switch between the rear LCD and the electronic viewfinder (or you can press the View Mode button).